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“Not everything that counts can be counted, and not everything that can be counted counts.”

(Sign hanging in Einstein’s office at Princeton)

Happy Saturday! Happy last day of August ~ oh my, where has the summer gone to this year? It’s just inconceivable to me this morning that we’re counting down the last days of summer freedom before school begins. I know some of you already have children in school which is a mixed blessing/curse. For myself, I don’t want to lose the freedom of summer and the joy of being with my children, but on the other hand, I feel the intense need for a bit of routine in my life. So I welcome a bit of routine and Mommy time without feeling guilty (because when the kids are in school, I can’t feel guilty if I need a little bit of ME TIME because they’re not here anyway!) But on the other hand, I enjoy the vagueness of summertime ~ there’s no set time for breakfast, lunch or dinner. The athletics are at a minimum so we aren’t tied to practices, games etc. We can veg out all day or be on the go ~ it’s whatever suits our moods!

I saw this quote today and just thought it was perfect to think about ~ I’d love for you to share what it means to you! You all bring so much joy and learning to my life. When I count my blessings, I count you too! I hope you enjoy the last vestiges of summer (or winter if that’s where you live). My hope is that you simply enjoy your day!

Another Award – The Liebster

I would like to thank Judy at judysp.wordpress.com on another-award-the-liebster for nominating me for this award. On Judy’s blog, You will find yourself enjoying A Daily Thought with her everyday! She blogs of books, artists, animal fun and much more! A Daily Thought is a joyful way to begin your day ~ teaching, entertaining and just all around fun! Make sure you check her out!

What is a Liebster? The meaning: Liebster is German and means sweetest, kindest, nicest, dearest, beloved, lovely, kind, pleasant, valued, cute, endearing, and welcome. So what do we have to do to show our appreciation?

Answer the questions that the tagger set for you plus create 11 questions for the people you’ve tagged to answer.

Choose bloggers and link them in your post.

Go to their page and tell them.

Queestions for Nominees: My answers.

1. Name a book you would read over and over again? A) Louise Hay’s You Can Heal Your Life and The Game of Life and How to Play It by Florence Scovel Shinn

2. If you could have 3 wishes granted, what would they be? A) Health, Happiness & Love for All

3. Who was your favorite teacher and why? A) Mrs. Rise, my 5th grade teacher, who is still my friend 30+ years later.

4. Where is your favorite vacation spot? A) A clean beach w/clear, blue water with my family

5. What chore do you absolutely hate doing? A) Pulling weeds

6. What personality traits do you dislike in other people? A) Meanness

7. What is your least favorite mode of transportation? A) Hmm…perhaps unicycle since I don’t know how to ride one! LOL!

8. If you could witness any event past, present or future, what would it be? A) The beginning of the world (Earth)

9. What did you do growing up that got you into trouble? A) Nothing, I was perfect! 🙂 LOL ~ no seriously ~ I was such a good girl!

10. When you have 30 minutes of free-time, how do you pass the time? A) Reading or writing on my computer

11. What movie do you flat-out refuse to watch, no matter how good people say it is? A) I can’t watch anything scary, gory or violent.

The wonderful bloggers I have nominated (in no particular order) are:

1. newsofthetimes.org Jenny’s travel photo was in competition as one of the finalists in Bucket List Publications! Check her out!

2. russel-ray If zoo animals are your thing, Russell has the lion, flamingo and every other exotic animal in his photographic lens for you to enjoy! If you’re a fan of San Diego, Russel will show you what you have yet to experience! You won’t be disappointed in the many teaching posts, animal posts, Zoey the Cool Cat, etc

3. soulwritings.wordpress.com Here’s a blog which brings you a bit of everything…three authors post on this amazing blog, bringing you quotes, stories, and an awakening which will help you on your journey! Enjoy!

4. mainelyhopeful.com Susan’s blog is heartwarming as she’s enduring her journey through breast cancer. Her honest posts will enlighten you, entertain you and continue to keep you enthralled. Especially if you are enduring breast cancer!